Selfridges Loves: our new break-out brands

From scouting for home-grown talent in fashion’s newest and most exciting hotspots (think South America, South Korea, Australia) to discovering inspiring new sustainable labels: our buyers are constantly on the hunt for the breakthrough brands that deserve a place in the fashion spotlight and our wardrobes. Here are the labels to name-drop – and wear – now…

Who? A firm favourite on Instagram (and among our editorial team), LA-based Staud was launched in 2015 by Sarah Staudinger, the former Fashion Director at Reformation, and her partner George Augusto.

What? Beyond the major hype around its clear PVC and net handbags, which have been carried by every influencer worth her salt in recent fashion weeks, Staud’s ready-to-wear pre-collection includes candy-coloured Fifties-inspired jumpsuits, ruffled tops and cute rainbow-striped frocks that sing ‘summer’. Swoon.

Did you know? Each collection is inspired by editorials of the legendary Saint Laurent and Tom Ford muse Betty Catroux, LA’s vintage clothing scene and Downtown street art, which gives them their unique Fifties Venice Beach vibe.

Selfridges says… “It’s time to coo over the Staud ready-to-wear, which comes to a pop-up space in our Oxford Street store in June. Pre-fall is a delicious palette of candy colours that brings to life the LA spirit of the brand. Staud is a sure-fire way to achieve an effortlessly cool look this summer,” says Selfridges Women’s Contemporary Buyer Thea Jones.

Who? Launched in 2017, Borgo de Nor (the brainchild of former fashion director Carmen Borgonovo and luxury wholesaler Joana de Noronha) was inspired by the founders’ desire for feel-good designs that reflect their eclectic backgrounds – from El Salvador and Rio de Janeiro to Miami and Portugal.

What? The dreamiest summer dresses in romantic, breezy silhouettes and sun-drenched, vivid prints that work equally as well for a client meeting in the city as they do a garden party in the Riviera (we know where we’d rather be).

Did you know? The label celebrates strong female figures such as Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Lenora Carrington, and each piece is named after a different woman (both real and fictional).

Selfridges says… “Borgo de Nor’s high-summer printed dresses are romantic in shape but bold in colour and design, making them ideal for all hot-weather occasions, and for women who like to stand out from the crowd,” says Selfridges Designer Womenswear Buyer Olivia McEwan.

Who? Launched in February, Ninety Percent is the brainchild of Shafiq Hasan, a successful factory owner in Bangladesh who previously supplied clothes to a number of British high-street giants, and is a keen promoter of ethical working practices.

Did you know? The London-based brand donates 90 per cent of its profits to charitable causes, aiming to challenge poor working conditions in the fashion industry and reduce our negative impact on the environment. Customers have a say in where the money goes, too. Genius.

Who? Colombian-born, Miami-based Silvia Tcherassi may already be big news in South America (she has worked over 25 years in the industry), but she only recently took her company global, garnering a huge following among bloggers and fashion editors in the process.

Who? Founded by friends Sivan Moshkovitz and Leonora Fuhrer-Agmon when they were both design students in 2013, their bags are designed in Tel Aviv and made in Italy.

What? Part of the new gen of accessories brands (which includes Mansur Gavriel and Manu Atelier), we love Complét’s innovative styles (compact bucket bags, sleek envelope clutches, drawstring totes) that come in a variety of plain and digitally printed leathers with unexpected detailing. Practical, versatile and super sleek, Complét hits that sweet spot of affordable and cool.

Did you know? The brand name derives from the term ‘set complet’ used in the 1960s to market all-inclusive décor items for homes. They have also started designing silk scarves that feature the same prints as the label’s handbags.

Who?Designers and artists (and real-life couple) Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy have been quietly designing their jewellery and homeware collections in a studio in Strawberry Hills, Sydney, for the past 30 years.

What? Their handcrafted jewellery is defined by one material in particular: resin. The pastel-hued and chalky-white necklaces, earrings and bangles have a modern, sculptural feel that instantly lifts relaxed summer outfits.

Did you know? Louise and Stephen started Dinosaur Designs in their graduate year of art school (30 years ago) and they have been working together ever since. Sweet.

Who? A familiar name in their native Australia, Lack of Color was created by Queensland couple Tess Corvaia and Robert Tilbury in 2011. Ever since its inception, the brand’s signature hats have been worn by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Gigi Hadid and Chiara Ferragni.

What? A major hit on Instagram, their preppy Spencer Boater has sold out at least once on the Lack of Color website, so snap one up for festival season while you can.

Did you know? Their hats are made from 100 per cent Australian wool or natural wheat straw.

Who? Founded by designer duo (and real-life couple) Brooke Taylor and Nana Aganovich in 2005, they’ve been slowly growing their avant-garde label (often compared to Comme des Garçons and Maison Martin Margiela) and have shown on the Paris ready-to-wear catwalk since 2009.

What? With references ranging from artist Alexander Rodchenko to early 20th-century movements such as futurism, constructivism and Bauhaus, the duo takes a cerebral approach to fashion. Expect billowing shapes, dramatic silhouettes and statement detailing that make for instant conversation starters.

Did you know? Each of their collections is built around a narrative developed by Brooke, an essayist and philosophy graduate, and then realised by Nana, a Central Saint Martins graduate.

Selfridges says… “The collection is an amazing mix of tailoring, couture shapes made in jersey fabrics, and beautiful dresses and gowns with experimental fabrics. Their atelier is so creative and totally immerses you in the eclectic world of Aganovich. Plus, they’re the newest addition on the couture calendar,” explains Selfridges Designer Womenswear Buyer Philippa Holden.

Who? Founded by London College of Fashion graduate Sandra Sandor in 2005 (her childhood nickname was Nanushka), her brand hit the mainstream a few years ago and has been worn by street-style stars including Camille Charriere, Caroline Issa, Lucy Williams and Lisa Aiken.

What? Effortlessly feminine, Nanushka blends Eastern and Western references (Sandra is based in her native Budapest) into simple, restrained wardrobe staples with unexpected details and artful touches.

Did you know? Vegan leather is a strong suit for Nanushka, with key pieces including cherry-red trousers and a faux-leather wrap dress, and it’s something she wants to extend across her entire collection, including shoes.

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